Conversion / Slitter Machine Operator
Wigan
Permanent – 12-hour Continental Shifts
Starting salary £30,000

An established manufacturing site in Wigan is offering an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a modern, forward-thinking production environment.

This business supplies high-quality flexible packaging products to major UK retailers and food suppliers. With a strong focus on sustainability, efficiency, and continuous improvement, they’re looking for someone who wants to grow, develop, and be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team.

The business offers genuine opportunities for growth and progression as well as offering full training, so if you’re looking to join a business where you can learn new skills and advance your career, please continue reading…

About the Role

You’ll join the production department as a Conversion/Slitter Machine Operator, responsible for setting and running machinery that slits, punches and perforates a range of plastic film products.

Key duties include:

• Setting and operating conversion/slitting machinery in line with customer specifications
• Carrying out macro punch and micro perforation work
• Maintaining quality throughout the production run, including regular sample checks
• Working to lean manufacturing processes to maximise machine uptime
• Bagging, labelling and palletising finished reels
• Using a line-side computer system to follow production schedules
• Completing daily production reports, including weights and meterage
• Maintaining a clean, safe working environment at all times
  

Skills & Experience

• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment as a machine operator / setter (ideal but not essential)
• Ability to follow technical instructions and customer specifications
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work safely to site procedures
• Comfortable with physical aspects of the role (lifting, bending, moving materials)
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Able to work on the below shift pattern.

Shift Pattern (4-week Continental)

• Week 1: 4 nights, 3 off
• Week 2: 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights
• Week 3: 3 off, 4 days
• Week 4: 7 off

What’s on Offer

• Friendly, inclusive team culture
• Free on site parking
• Clear routes for progression and upskilling
• Employee of the Month awards
• 22 days’ holiday including bank holidays
• Company sick pay after qualifying period
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff discounts platform
• Eye test vouchers
• Free tea/coffee
  

Interested?

If you’re hardworking, reliable, and looking for a role where you can develop your skills in a fast-moving manufacturing environment, please apply today.